Join us on Tuesday, December 16, for a heart-opening hour of sacred sound and deep presence.

This gathering will center on the Mahamrityunjaya Mantra, one of the most powerful healing mantras in the Vedic tradition. Known as the Great Death-Conquering Mantra, it is a prayer for protection, renewal, inner stability, and freedom from fear—supporting both physical healing and spiritual awakening. Chanting this mantra together in community creates a potent field of collective intention and grace.

Over the course of the hour, we will:

• Explore the mantra’s meaning, origins, and roots in devotion

• Learn and refine pronunciation together

• Chant 108 times (or as many as time allows)

All are welcome—no prior chanting experience is needed. Come exactly as you are, and allow yourself to rest in the rhythm, resonance, and healing power of the mantra.

To prepare, you’re welcome to listen to past recordings HERE.

This offering is free but if you wish to support Tibet House who is offering this beautiful sacred space for the event, please bring cash to put in the box or donate online.

Participate in our tradition of chanting together in-person every year on the first calendar day! We’ve been doing this for over 21 years, with a break in 2021 & 2022 when we chanted virtually from our homes. You can watch the livestream on my YouTube channel (NinaRaoChant). Though we are able to meet in-person again since COVID, please take care of yourself and test/stay home if you are sick. Stay tuned for updates through my email list.

This is a free event, and we invite you to bring flowers or any easy-to-share vegan/vegetarian prasada to offer at the altar, such as fruits or nuts, which will be distributed through the course of the day. There will be some pillows for floor seating and chairs as well.

Words sheets can downloaded from my website’s lyrics section, and you may print them at home if you wish.